The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) is actively promoting the development of aquaculture in Turkmenistan, according to the news agency Orient.

As part of a technical cooperation programme, two seminars were held in Ashgabat to train local farmers and veterinarians on aquatic animal health and fish farm design.

The FAO uses a comprehensive approach, combining feeding, veterinary care and sound farm design, which contributes to increased efficiency, reduced costs and enhanced food security.

On 16 July, a seminar on disease prevention in fish was held, where participants gained knowledge on diagnosis and risk management. On 17 July, a workshop on aquaculture systems design was held, covering everything from ponds and tanks to hatcheries, including biosecurity and production management.

These initiatives lay the foundation for the sustainable development of the sector, contributing to economic growth and improved livelihoods in rural areas.